Pittwater is one of those rare places that feels utterly magical. Less than twenty nautical miles north of the Sydney CBD, it still manages to feel a million miles away from the city’s hustle. This broad, shimmering estuary sits protected behind the Barrenjoey Peninsula, where the Hawkesbury River and Broken Bay meet the Pacific. Renowned worldwide for its pristine natural beauty, rich wildlife, and idyllic boating environment, Pittwater is a must-visit for anyone cruising the Australian east coast.
It’s also woven deeply into Maritimo’s story. It was here, decades ago, that a young Bill Barry-Cotter first discovered his passion for sailing and all things boating – a passion that would ultimately shape the Maritimo legacy.
Recently, Pittwater played host to the latest Maritimo Muster, where a fleet of proud owners and their ocean-going luxury motor yachts gathered for a weekend of connection and signature Maritimo hospitality.
Grant Binskin, Maritimo’s Retail Marketing consultant led the planning and delivery of the event.
“We actually gathered on the western side of Barrenjoey Head on the Friday morning,” Binskin said. “At that stage, the weather was pretty ugly. I thought we might lose a few boats at the last minute, but everyone turned up in such great spirits – even with the rain coming down relentlessly.”
A total of 44 people across 18 vessels took part – an impressive turnout that reflects how much Maritimo owners value these musters, particularly the compact format that fits neatly into busy schedules, especially as the festive season draws near.
From the meeting point, the flotilla cruised northwest up the Hawkesbury to Dangar Island Depot for lunch and a warm Maritimo welcome. The sight of the convoy of Maritimos moving together was spectacular. The oldest vessel, a Maritimo 500, still looked strikingly contemporary alongside the latest addition to the line-up, the M50.
